Engineered by Honda for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2004 Honda Metropolitan pairs a 49 cc (3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 711 mm (28 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,191 mm (46.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.92-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 21 indexed model years from 2004 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
711 mm (28 in)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTwin-downtube fork
Front Travel48 mm (1.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock
Rear Travel66 mm (2.6 inches)
Wheelbase1191 mm (46.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-10
Rear Tyre90/90-10
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity4.92 litres (1.30 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsDenim, Juice, Kiwi, Salsa, Sky, Solar, Blue Hibiscus, Checkers
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
